Architectural Heritage Tour of Rajasthan - PI-017
With an ancient historical lineage of more than 5000 years, Rajasthan boasts of a rich cultural heritage as rich as its landscape of grand palaces, rugged forts and its tranquil countryside. Choose from a gamut of activities like camel, jeep, elephant, horse and village safaris to live the way the royalties did once in their own palaces, now turned into heritage hotels.
Day 1: Delhi
Wednesday, November 27, 2024 - Thursday, November 28, 2024
Arrival in Delhi.
Day 3: Delhi - Mandawa
Friday, November 29, 2024 - Saturday, November 30, 2024
Morning drive to Mandawa followed by an afternoon half day local tour of the painted havelis of the city.
Day 4: Mandawa - Khimsar
Saturday, November 30, 2024 - Sunday, December 1, 2024
Visit the Saraf haveli famous for its scenes of erotica, Ladia Haveli for its mirror work and Ludlow castle for its murals. Afternoon drive to Khimsar. Rest of the day at leisure.
Day 5: Khimsar - Manvar
Sunday, December 1, 2024 - Monday, December 2, 2024
Jeep safari of Khimsar sand dunes sheltering the rare black buck. Afternoon drive to Manvar followed by an enjoyable camel safari of the Manvar desert.
Day 6: Manvar - Rohet
Monday, December 2, 2024 - Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Morning drive to Rohetgarh en route visiting the city of Jodhpur, famous for its impregnable Mehrangarh Fort. Later visit Jaswant Thada, a collection of royal cenotaphs built in white marble.
Day 7: Rohet - Deogarh
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 - Wednesday, December 4, 2024
Morning Jeep safari to
Bishnoi Village followed by drive to Deogarh, seat of Chundawat clan of Sisodia Rajputs. Later, expore the famous Deogarh castle in the evening.
Day 8: Deogarh - Udaipur - Dungarpur
Wednesday, December 4, 2024 - Thursday, December 5, 2024
Morning drive to Dungarpur en route visiting the majestic
City Palace and Sahelion ki baari in Udaipur. Rest of the day free to explore in Dungarpur
Day 9: Dungarpur - Chittorgarh - Bijaipur
Thursday, December 5, 2024 - Friday, December 6, 2024
Morning proceed to Bijaipur. Enroute visit Chittorgarh fort.Upon arrival at Bijaipur, check-in at Hotel
Castle Bijaipur.Bijaipur - Amid the serene Vindhyanchal ranges,
Castle Bijaipur stands as a tradition in hospitality, pageantry and Rajput charm. Built in the 16th Century by Rao Shakti Singh Ji, the younger brother of the great patriot Maharana Pratap to defend the Mewar Empire from invasions from central India, the chevaliers of this strategic fort have fought many fierce battles of historical importance against the Mughals and the Marathas. The thirteenth descendant of this fort has opened it's doors to tourists. A wildlife Sanctuary is situated adjacent to the Castle, harbouring rare fauna including the Leopards, Chinkaras, Spotted Deer, Four Horned Deer, Crocodile, Wild Boar and a variety of birds.The 12th century Pangarh Fort overlooking the Lotus Lake spread out in 200 acres, is an amazing site to watch. It is 15 Km by jeep from the Castle. While Boating, if you are lucky you can see the tribals harpooning fish as done in ancient times. Overnight stay at hotel.
Day 10: Bijaipur
Friday, December 6, 2024 - Saturday, December 7, 2024
Morning Jeep safari to visit the sanctuary. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 11: Bijaipur - Bundi
Saturday, December 7, 2024 - Sunday, December 8, 2024
Proceed to Bundi enroute visting Kota Fort. Explore the picturesque Bundi palace, Phool sagar palace,
Sukh Mahal, Shikhar burj and Raniji ki baoli.
Day 12: Bundi - Ajmer - Pushkar
Sunday, December 8, 2024 - Monday, December 9, 2024
Morning drive to Pushkar en route visiting the sacred tomb of Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti at Ajmer. Later, enjoy a sunset view of the Pushkar lake, a hub of religious activities and famous for its annual Pushkar Fair in October when thousands come to bathe in its holy water.
Day 13: Pushkar - Samode
Monday, December 9, 2024 - Tuesday, December 10, 2024
Morning proceed to Samode famous for its high quality frescoes in indigo colours and richly painted Durbar hall.
Day 14: Samode
Tuesday, December 10, 2024 - Wednesday, December 11, 2024
Full day Samode excursion.
Day 15: Samode - Agra
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 - Thursday, December 12, 2024
Morning drive to Agra en route visting the once Mughal capital city of
Fatehpur Sikri, home to wonderfully preserved fortifications and palaces.
Day 16: Agra - Delhi
Thursday, December 12, 2024 - Friday, December 13, 2024
Morning half day tour of the world famous
Taj Mahal. Later, arrive in Delhi to proceed to the airport to board your flight for onward destination.
